Molding Process Engineer

Midland-Marvel Recruiters, LLC; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Plastic and Packaging Recruiting Specialist to support Operations Engineering functions. This role involves injection molding expertise, coordination of mold sampling for validation, and requires a BS degree or substantial relevant experience. The position is based in Westmoreland County, PA, offering a salary between $80,000 and $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Plastic injection molding experience required.
• Substantial relevant experience may suffice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all mold samplings for validation activities.
• Communicate daily with Process Engineers and Project Lead.
• Serve as primary troubleshooter for any process issues.

Skills

Injection molding

Process control

Machine capability

Material processing

Process troubleshooting

Education

BS degree in relevant field

Tools

EPOS software

Job description

Plastic and Packaging Recruiting Specialist

Contact: [e-mail] | 440-971-0686

Job Summary: This is an Operations Engineering support position providing process development, process improvement, tool verification, tool validation, material sampling, and development functions at a high level as guided by the Tooling Engineers and as directed by the Project Manager. Work is to be performed with a high degree of independence subject to review of the Project Manager.

Plastic injection molding experience required. A BS degree is preferred; substantial relevant experience will suffice. RJG training is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Have a high level of knowledge and complete functional understanding of injection molding, process control, machine capability, material processing, auxiliary equipment, process troubleshooting, and tool functionality.
• Schedule, coordinate, and perform all mold samplings for the Validation Group as it relates to initial tool samplings, DOE runs, confirmation runs, and other qualification activities as needed.
• Communicate with Process Engineers and Project Lead on a daily basis regarding sampling schedules and dates.
• Coordinate sampling dates and press availability, along with communicating project priorities, with appropriate Technimark business unit production scheduling personnel.
• Manage and update a daily list of sampling dates, priorities, activities, and press availability with the goal of sending a consistent and accurate message to new product project scheduling functions.
• Serve as primary troubleshooter when machine, tool, or process problems develop during NPD new project qualification and confirmation runs.
• Develop and document process parameters used during NPD tool qualification or confirmation runs.
• Travel to initial tool samplings at selected tooling suppliers to determine tool functionality and capability.
• Travel to and support tool samplings at all Technimark facilities as directed by the Project Manager.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure that all shop safety rules are followed and all housekeeping standards are met.
• Complete sampling related reports and documentation in a timely manner such as process parameters, machine setups, process data, tool schematics, hot runner setups, and sampling reports. Information should be in a format that can easily translate for incorporation into each project’s respective job packet.
• Ensure accuracy of all data generated during the sampling process and forward correct paperwork to the correct individuals.
• Use EPOS or other process‑related software when necessary for the collection of data during DOE samplings and confirmation runs.
• Assist Operations, as directed by the Project Manager, in process setups and troubleshooting during early production and PQ runs.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Plastics Manufacturing

Location

East Pittsburgh, PA

Salary

$80,000 – $100,000 per year